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Meaning of justified
The primary meaning of the word "justified" is being shown or proved to be just or reasonable.
Etymology of justified
The word "justified" originates from the Old French word "justifier," which is derived from the Latin words "justus" meaning just or righteous, and "facere" meaning to make or do
Historically, the word has been used to describe something or someone that is morally upright or in accordance with the law
Synonyms
vindicated
validated
warranted
legitimate
rightful
deserved
merited
earned
fair
reasonable
rational
logical
sensible
defensible
supportable
acceptable
tolerable
pardonable
excusable
forgivable
allowable
permissible
legitimate
lawful
legal
justifiedly
rightly
properly
fittingly
appropriately
suitably
adequately
sufficiently
reasonably
rationally
logically
sensibly
Definitions
- Having a sufficient or reasonable basis or reason for something
- * Having or showing a sense of justice or fairness
- * Being in accordance with what is morally right or good
Usage Examples
- The company's decision to recall the defective products was justified given the potential harm they could cause
- * She felt justified in quitting her job after being treated unfairly by her employer
- * The judge's ruling was justified based on the evidence presented in court
Antonyms
unjustified
unwarranted
unjust
unfair
unreasonable
irrational
illogical
unsound
unfounded
unmerited
undeserved
unworthy
unrightful
improper
inappropriate
inadequate
insufficient
unreasonably
irrationally
illogically
unsoundly
unfoundedly